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Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in New York: A Visitors Guide

St. Patrick's Cathedral, NYC

New York’s Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is a magnificent symbol of faith in the heart of the city.  Seat of New York’s Catholic archdiocese, it is the largest Gothic cathedral in the nation, covering an entire city block.  Every year, over five and a half million people are drawn to St. Patrick’s for worship, spiritual consolation, […]

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The Best New York City Delis

Katz Delicatessen, NYC

Looking for a great deli in New York? We’ve got you covered! These old-school eateries are some of the best restaurants in New York… especially when you’re craving a pastrami on rye, Reuben sandwich, or a big old slice of cheesecake. Here are some of our favorite Jewish delicatessens in New York (including kosher options, […]

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10 Wacky Facts About the Empire State Building

constructing the empire state building

If we didn’t already love the Empire State Building enough, it turns out that there are a ton of fun (or wacky) facts. Here are some of our favorites! 1. Originally, the 17-story spire was supposed to be a dirigible anchor and passenger gate. The current top observation deck (at 1,250 feet!) is enclosed, but in […]

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The Best Irish Pubs in New York

McSorley's NYC

Looking for an Irish pub in New York? Good thinking: New York City’s Irish community is huge and vibrant. And if you can’t visit the city over St. Patrick’s Day, celebrating with a pint at one of the city’s great Irish pubs is the next-best way to enjoy New York’s Irish heritage! Here’s our list […]

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The Chrysler Building: A History and How-To

Chrysler Building spire

The Chrysler building is one of New York’s most famous landmarks. And most stunning: If Manhattan’s skyline is “the city’s crown,” as H.G. Wells called it, then the Chrysler Building is perhaps its finest jewel. The 77-story tower, an Art Deco treasure, is the ultimate symbol of New York’s elegance and energy. Want to know how the […]

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Bryant Park Film Festival 2012

One of the city’s most popular Summer Festivals returns this week – The Bryant Park Film Festival! Gathering with friends and fellow New Yorkers to enjoy a great movie al fresco in the heart of Midtown Manhattan is a unforgettable experience. Beginning June 18, a classic film will be screened on Bryant Park’s lawn every […]

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Ninth Avenue Food Festival 2012

Love to eat?  Have an adventurous palate (or trouble deciding on a cuisine)?  Then run, don’t walk to that annual celebration of culinary consumption: The Ninth Avenue Food Festival. May 19th & 20th, Hell’s Kitchen’s main drag, 9th Avenue, will be given over to food stalls offering cuisines from all over the world.  From 12pm […]

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